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Sirius Satellite Radio SDST5V1 User Manual

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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Navigation Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Listening to Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . 65 FM Presets .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Features Congratulations, on your purchase of the Starmate 5! The Starmate 5 has these exciting features to enhance your overall experience: • Easy to read, wide-screen display: View artist name, song title, and channel information on an easy to read, wide-screen display . • Improved audio connection options: Use either the included Aux In Cable, or the new PowerConnect FM Transmitter to listen to the audio through your vehicle’s stereo system .

  • Page 7: Safety And Care Information

    Safety and Care Information IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your device . SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . disclaims all responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other causes . • Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140°F or below -4°F, or above 60°C or below -20°C) .
  • Page 8 Introduction WARNING! • Opening the case may result in electric shock . • If the liquid crystal fluid comes in contact with your skin, wipe the skin area with a cloth and then wash the skin thoroughly with soap and running water . If the liquid crystal fluid comes into contact with your eyes, flush the eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical care .

  • Page 9: What's In The Box

    What’s in the Box? Starmate 5 Radio PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Remote Control Aux In Cable Vent Mount and Extended Dash Mount Vent Clamps PowerConnect Antenna & Dash Mount Magnetic Mount Antenna Screws Power Adapter Alcohol Preparation Pads and Rubber Tail...

  • Page 10: Starmate 5 Functions

    Introduction Starmate 5 Functions Menu Button Button Access Press to advanced access features and and cycle configuration through options; also when in presets . configuration options, press and hold to return to main display screen . Jump Button Band Button Directly access traffic Press and release and weather of the 20...

  • Page 11: Remote Control Functions

    Remote Control Functions Power Button Turn radio on and off . Select Button Press to confirm selection of highlighted items in a menu or list; also when not in a menu or list, press first before entering the channel number, to directly tune to a channel .

  • Page 12: Powerconnect Vehicle Dock

    Introduction PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Color-Coded Connections The color-coded PowerConnect Vehicle Dock makes it simple to connect . Just match the colors on the cable ends to the colors on the dock to see what goes where . PWR (Red) FM (Blue) Connection for Connection for PowerConnect...

  • Page 13: Remote Control Battery Installation

    Remote Control Battery Installation To install the remote control battery, turn the remote control over and locate the battery cover near the bottom edge . Open the battery compartment and place the battery in the compartment with the + side of the battery facing up . Replace the battery cover on the remote control .

  • Page 16: Vehicle Installation

    Vehicle Installation Step 1: Choose a Location for Your Radio When installing the Starmate 5 in your vehicle, choose a location where it will not block your vision, interfere with the controls, or obstruct any air bags . The location should be easily accessible and provide good visibility of the display, and should not be located where it will be in direct sunlight, which will affect the visibility of the display screen .
  • Page 17 Option 3 Option 4 Option 5...

  • Page 18: Step 2: Install The Vent Or Dash Mount

    Vehicle Installation Step 2: Install the Vent or Dash Mount Depending on your situation, you can either choose to use the Dash Mount or the Vent Mount . Installing the Dash Mount: CAUTION! The adhesive used on the Dash Mount may be difficult to remove . Do not install this mount on leather surfaces (contact your vehicle dealer if you are unsure about your dash surface), and make sure the air temperature is at least 60°F (15°C) during installation .
  • Page 19 Clean the surface with the alcohol preparation pad and let it dry thoroughly . Peel off the adhesive liner . Position, press, and hold the Dash Mount and PowerConnect Vehicle Dock in place for 30 seconds . IMPORTANT! Allow the Dash Mount adhesive to cure (dry) for a minimum of 2-4 hours before using the mount .
  • Page 20 Vehicle Installation Installing the Vent Mount: Locate a vent with horizontal louvers sturdy enough to hold your PowerConnect Vehicle Dock and radio . If the vent louvers in your vehicle are recessed, you may need to use the longer vent clamps with the Vent Mount .
  • Page 21 Attach the Vent Mount to the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock using the provided screws . Push the Vent Mount onto the vehicle vent as shown (1) until it hooks on the rear of the vent louver (2) . Rest the foot against the bottom of the vent (2), and adjust the tilt of the Vent Mount by repositioning the foot to a different adjustment hole (3) .

  • Page 22: Step 3: Mount The Magnetic Mount

    Vehicle Installation Step 3: Mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna The Magnetic Mount Antenna contains a strong magnet which will stick to any metal part of your vehicle, but will not damage the vehicle . To install the Magnetic Mount Antenna: Choose the best location for your antenna considering your own personal situation .
  • Page 23 SUV: We recommend mounting the antenna at the rear of the roof as shown . Convertible: We recommend mounting the antenna at the leading edge of the trunk as shown . Pickup Truck: We recommend mounting the antenna above the front windshield as shown .

  • Page 24: Antenna

    Vehicle Installation Attach the Rubber Tail to the antenna and press the antenna cable into the Rubber Tail . The Rubber Tail will help to position the antenna the correct distance from the edge of the roof or trunk lid . Clean the surface of the selected mounting location using the alcohol preparation pad and let it dry...
  • Page 25 TIP! Mount the antenna on the roof (for most vehicles) or trunk (for convertibles) where it has a clear view of the sky in all directions .
  • Page 26 Vehicle Installation TIP! Mount the antenna on the roof where it has at least 3 inches of clear space around it . TIP! Use the supplied Rubber Tail to cover and protect the antenna cable . CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna closer than 3 inches from the edge of the roof .
  • Page 27 CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna inside the vehicle, for example, on the dashboard . CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna on any of the vehicle’s front, back or side pillars . CAUTION! Don’t mount the antenna close to a roof rack . Adjust the rack so it’s further away from the antenna or move the antenna closer to the center of the roof .
  • Page 28 Vehicle Installation CAUTION! Don’t mount the Magnetic Mount Antenna close to another antenna . Mount it at least 3 inches away . TIP! Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to accommodate open doors or trunk lids . Use things typically found around the home, like electrical tape, to secure cables in areas so that hinges do not pinch the cable with the door .
  • Page 29 Step 4: Route the Magnetic Mount Antenna Cable Before you begin routing the antenna cable, read these general instructions for how to route and hide the antenna cable . Then route your antenna cable according to the instructions which follow for your specific type of vehicle . Use a blunt plastic putty knife, a credit card, a plastic knife, or a similar blunt tool to lift the Feed cable under...
  • Page 30 Vehicle Installation Route cable out from under rear windshield moulding and tuck into weatherstripping around trunk opening Avoid sharp bends by running cable through weatherstripping for several inches Pull weatherstripping from trunk opening Tuck cable into weather- stripping. Route cable through weatherstripping several inches to avoid sharp bends Pull cable out of weather-...
  • Page 31 Bring cable out of weatherstripping and into trunk Route cable along trunk wall and into cabin through gap or conduit, along existing wiring harness Route cable along trunk wall and into cabin...
  • Page 32 Vehicle Installation Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool trim and tuck cable under trim. Continue towards front of vehicle Route cable under trim or upholstery Continue routing cable under trim or carpet towards front of vehicle Route cable from trunk under interior trim, into cabin and towards front...
  • Page 33 Continue routing cable under carpet or console to radio location Pull carpet or mat back Bring cable out from trim and route under carpet to dashboard or console TIP! Always be careful to include enough slack in your cable to accommodate open doors or trunk lids .
  • Page 34 Vehicle Installation • Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Rear of the Roof: 1 . Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the rear window . Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the rear window and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding .
  • Page 35 area under the interior trim, towards the front of the vehicle . Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the plastic trim just enough to tuck the cable under underneath . Avoid side airbag locations on back pillars and above the doors . Airbag locations are marked with “SRS”...
  • Page 36 Vehicle Installation • Sedan/Coupe With Antenna Placed at the Front of the Roof: 1 . Feed the antenna cable from the antenna underneath the rubber molding around the windshield . Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath the molding .
  • Page 37 • SUV: 1 . Feed the antenna cable underneath the rubber weather stripping of the rear tailgate window/door and route the cable along the rear hatch . Lift the weather stripping from the opening and tuck the cable inside it, then replace the weather stripping .
  • Page 38 Vehicle Installation or controls . Secure the excess cable with wire ties (purchased separately) . 4 . Bring the end of the cable out at the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock location . Leave yourself enough cable so you can easily connect it to the antenna connector of the dock .
  • Page 39 Airbag locations are marked with “SRS” logos . Be careful not to crimp or cut the cable . 4 . Bring the cable out from the trim near the front of the cabin and route it under the carpet toward the dashboard or console . Coil any excess cable in a hidden location, such as under the carpet, keeping it away from any vehicle pedals or controls .
  • Page 40 Vehicle Installation • Pickup Truck: 1 . Use a blunt plastic putty knife or similar blunt tool to lift the rubber molding around the windshield and tuck the antenna cable underneath it . 2 . Continue tucking the cable underneath the windshield molding around the windshield to the lowest corner .

  • Page 41: Step 5: Connect The Magnetic Mount Antenna And Powerconnect Power

    Step 5: Connect the Magnetic Mount Antenna and PowerConnect Power Adapter Plug the Magnetic Mount Antenna into the silver ANT connector on the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock . Insert the PowerConnect Power Adapter into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter or power adapter socket . Plug the PowerConnect Power Adapter into the red PWR connector on the dock .

  • Page 42: Step 6: Connect The Audio

    Vehicle Installation Step 6: Connect the Audio To play audio through your vehicle’s stereo or FM radio, decide on one of the following audio connection options: • Option 1: Best: Use the included Aux In Cable if your vehicle’s stereo system has an auxiliary input connection .
  • Page 43 Option 1: Aux In Cable Installation Instructions Plug one end of the Aux In Cable into the green AUDIO connector on the dock . Plug the other end into the auxiliary input jack connection of your vehicle’s stereo system . Insert your Starmate 5 into the dock, aligning the radio against the rear of the dock so that the rails on the dock fit into the mounting slots in the back of the radio .
  • Page 44 184 . Upon power up, the Starmate 5 should tune to channel 184 by default, when it’s not yet activated . If it’s not on channel 184, refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio” on page 65 to learn about how to tune a channel .
  • Page 45 If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio when tuned to channel 184, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source, i .e ., auxiliary input source (step 7) . Also be sure that the audio level is set high enough to be heard (step 9) .
  • Page 46 Vehicle Installation Option 2: Cassette Adapter Installation Instructions Plug the Cassette Adapter into the green AUDIO connector on the dock . Insert the Cassette Adapter in the vehicle’s cassette deck . You may need to turn on your vehicle’s stereo system in order to do so .
  • Page 47 184 by default, when it’s not yet activated . If it’s not on channel 184, refer to “Listening to Satellite Radio” on page 65 to learn about how to tune a channel . If you haven’t done so, turn on your vehicle’s stereo system . Set it to play input from the cassette source .
  • Page 48 Vehicle Installation The audio level output of the Starmate 5 can be increased or decreased as necessary to match the audio levels of other sources in your vehicle . Refer to “Audio Level” on page 100 . If the signal reception is good, but there is no audio when tuned to channel 184, be sure the vehicle’s stereo system is set to the correct source, i .e ., cassette source (step 7) .
  • Page 49 Option 3: PowerConnect Installation Instructions Insert your Starmate 5 into the dock, aligning the radio against the rear of the dock so that the rails on the dock fit into the mounting slots in the back of the radio . Power on Starmate 5 radio by pressing the Power button .
  • Page 50 Vehicle Installation You’ll first need to find an available FM channel . An available FM channel is one that’s not being used by an FM radio station in your area . When you tune your FM radio to an available channel, you should only hear static or silence –...
  • Page 51 Pick the first FM channel on your list from step 4 . Turn on your vehicle’s FM radio (if you have not already done so) and tune it to this FM channel . 90. 1 MATCH FM CHANNELS Set your Starmate 5 to transmit on the same FM channel that you have selected in step 4: i .
  • Page 52 Vehicle Installation desired FM channel is displayed on screen, press the Select button to select the FM channel . vi . The FM channel you selected will be confirmed on the display screen . The Starmate 5 will tune to the FM channel .
  • Page 53 Option 4: FM Direct Adapter (FMDA) Installation The FMDA needs to be installed by a professional installer . Professional installation can help improve your radio’s reception and significantly reduce the visibility of wires . To learn more, check with the retailer where you bought your radio, or go to sirius .com/accessories .

  • Page 56: Activation

    Activation Before you can enjoy Commercial-Free Music, plus Sports, News, Talk & Entertainment, you need to activate your Starmate 5: Make sure your Starmate 5 is properly installed, turned on, and receiving the SIRIUS signal so that you can hear the audio on channel 184 .
  • Page 57 When your service is activated, your Starmate 5 will display an alert message . To continue, press any button . Thereafter, if you press the Up or Down button you can scroll and tune other channels . Activation usually takes less than 5 minutes, but sometimes may take longer .

  • Page 60: Using Your Starmate 5

    Using Your Starmate 5 The Main Display Whenever you power your Starmate 5 On, it will automatically tune to the last channel you were listening to before it was powered Off . The Starmate 5’s display screen will show the channel number, artist name, the song or show being played, channel name and category name of the current channel .

  • Page 61: My Channels

    My Channels Channels are organized into categories to make it easier for you to find the ones that suit your taste . My Channels is a special category that displays the channels contained in your subscription plan . Pressing and holding disp will activate the My Channels screen .

  • Page 62: Navigation Basics

    Using Your Starmate 5 Navigation Basics Power Button Pressing the Power button turns the Starmate 5 On or Off . Navigation Buttons Press the Left, Right, Up, and Down buttons to navigate through various features and functions of Starmate 5 . • Left/Right button: Displays the channel categories such as Rock, Pop, Sports, Talk/New etc .

  • Page 63: Display Button

    Select Button The Select button selects a highlighted item and confirms settings . At the main display screen, pressing the Select button prompts for the entry of a channel number using the number buttons . Once the channel number is entered, the radio directly tunes to the new channel . At the main display screen, pressing and holding the Select button tunes to the previous channel that was being played .

  • Page 64: Jump Button

    Using Your Starmate 5 Jump Button Depending on how it is configured, pressing jump either tunes to the channel broadcasting traffic and weather conditions of a selected city, from a list of the 20 most congested cities, or tunes to a favorite channel . Pressing it again returns it to the original channel .

  • Page 65: Listening To Satellite Radio

    Listening to Satellite Radio Tune a channel: Press and release the Up or Down button to immediately tune to the next or previous channel . Press and hold the Up or Down button to speed scroll through the channels . Release to tune to channel which is displayed .
  • Page 66 View channel lists: While in Category Mode, it is also possible to cycle between the category’s channel names, currently playing artist names and currently playing song titles to preview what’s playing on other channels . View a category . Repeatedly press disp to cycle between channel name, artist name and song title lists .

  • Page 67: Direct Tune

    Direct Tune A channel can be tuned directly from the main display screen by entering the channel number using the number buttons . To directly tune a channel press the Select button . Enter the channel number using the buttons 0-9 . Wait a moment until the channel is tuned, or press the Select button to immediately tune to the channel .
  • Page 68 Using Your Starmate 5 Jump Depending upon how you configure it, jump will either tune to the traffic and weather channel of a selected city, from a list of the 20 most congested cities, or to a desired channel . This button allows you to quickly tune to a channel that is accessed frequently and temporarily, such as traffic/weather, sports, news, etc .

  • Page 69: Favorite Channels

    Favorite Channels You can set up to 30 of your favorite channels so you can easily access them . Each favorite channel can be assigned to a number button . Favorite channels are stored in three banks, A, B, and C, each capable of containing 10 favorite channel presets .

  • Page 70: Fm Presets

    Using Your Starmate 5 FM Presets FM presets make it easy to quickly access stored FM channels and choose a new FM channel from them . Use FM presets when you use PowerConnect to listen to your Starmate 5 through your vehicle’s FM radio To start using a different FM preset: Press...

  • Page 72: Special Features

    Special Features Pause & Replay Pause & Replay gives you the opportunity to “hear that again” by temporarily storing and letting you access content played approximately the last 44 minutes . Pressing places the Starmate 5 into Replay mode . TIP! This feature applies to the current channel that is being listened to and the current listening session only .
  • Page 73 To listen to the previous track: Press and release or program . Repeated press and releases skips backwards to the start of the previous songs or programs until the beginning of the stored audio is reached . When the beginning is reached, playback automatically begins .

  • Page 74: S-Seek

    Special Features S-Seek™ S-Seek™ tracks and finds a combination of up to 30 of your favorite artists and songs, plus one sports team/car whenever they’re being played on any channel . It continuously searches all the channels and alerts you when a match to a saved choice is being played .
  • Page 75 When an artist or song on your S-Seek™ list plays on any channel, you’ll hear an alert tone and see a message that informs you about the artist/song and the channel the song is being played on . To switch to that channel, press the Select button . To activate, cancel or delete an Alert: Press and hold memo .
  • Page 76 Special Features To save favorite teams: When the currently-tuned channel is an NFL, NBA, NHL, NASCAR or college play-by-play sports broadcast, momentarily press and release memo . The Starmate 5 will display a menu to choose which sports team (or for NASCAR, which car number) should be saved to memory .
  • Page 77 NOTE! If the new alert was successfully stored in memory, an Artist/Song/ Game Stored pop-up screen followed by an X Used/Y Empty screen will be displayed for one and two seconds respectively . X is the total number of listings stored in memory, and Y is the total number of memory listings still available for storage .
  • Page 78 Special Features To replace or cancel an existing alert: If all of the memory spaces are full when you press memo, a Memory Full screen will be displayed for one second . A Replace–Cancel screen will then be displayed . Press the Up or Down button an existing alert or cancel saving the alert to memory and press the...
  • Page 79 Song/Game Stored pop-up screen followed by the X Used/Y Empty screen will be displayed for one and two seconds respectively . The Starmate 5 will then revert to the last active display mode . To view the program information stored in memory: Press and hold memo to enter the S-Seek Browse mode .
  • Page 80 To delete a song title stored in memory: Press and release the Select button while in S-Seek™ mode . A pop-up screen displaying various selectable options will be displayed Press the Up or Down button Press the Select button . To permanently delete the program from your list, use the Control knob to highlight Yes and press the Select button to confirm .

  • Page 81: Parental Control

    Parental Control Your Starmate 5 has the ability to lock channels you do not want others (such as children) to access without your permission . Locked channels will not appear in the channel or category list . The default lock code is 0000 . Locked channels can be tuned directly using the 0-9 number buttons and entering the locked channel number .
  • Page 82 Special Features Enter a new 4 digit code using the 0–9 number buttons . Once you have entered the code you will then be prompted to enter the new code again to confirm . If you entered the same lock code again, the code is saved . Press and hold menu to exit .
  • Page 83 Press the Select button to lock or unlock a channel . Note that locked channels will display Lock to the right of the channel name . You can continue to select channels to lock or unlock . When you are finished, press and hold menu to exit .

  • Page 86: Where Else Can You Use Your

    5 Radio to your lifestyle and enhance your listening experience . With these accessories, you can effortlessly take your Satellite Radio listening experience from your vehicle to your home or office or on the go — all with a single subscription .

  • Page 88: Configuring Your Starmate 5

    Configuring Your Starmate 5 Sirius ID Your Starmate 5 has a numeric 12-digit ID which uniquely identifies the radio . This ID is used during the activation process . To display the Sirius ID: Press menu . Sirius ID will be highlighted . Press the Select button .

  • Page 89: Area

    Find Available FM Channels in Your Area Before attempting any of the procedures below, you should park your vehicle in a safe location . Do not attempt to set up your FM channels or any Starmate 5 function while driving . PowerConnect allows you to listen to SIRIUS audio through your vehicle’s FM radio .
  • Page 90 Configuring Your Starmate 5 (Refer to “Set and Select an FM Channel” on page 93 .) You should hear the SIRIUS channel through your vehicle’s radio . If you are satisfied with the sound quality, you’re done! If this FM channel doesn’t work well for you, work down the list until you find an FM channel that allows you to hear SIRIUS clearly .
  • Page 91 NOTE! You may find an FM channel with static or silence that does not work with the Starmate 5 . It is possible that some type of inaudible interference is present that prevents reception of the Starmate 5 broadcast . Your only options are to use another FM channel or a different audio connection method .

  • Page 92: Fm Transmitter

    Configuring Your Starmate 5 FM Transmitter The built-in FM Transmitter in the Starmate 5 works with the PowerConnect Vehicle Dock, and is used when you choose to listen to the Starmate 5 through your vehicle’s FM radio . To turn the FM Transmitter On or Off: Press menu .

  • Page 93: Set And Select An Fm Channel

    Set and Select an FM Channel Starmate 5 allows you to easily store (i .e ., preset) up to 5 different FM channels . At any time, you can select any one of these 5 FM presets to transmit audio from the Starmate 5 choice of 5 FM presets also makes it easy to switch to the appropriate FM channel as you travel from one area to another .
  • Page 94 Configuring Your Starmate 5 Change the FM channel for the selected storage location by pressing the Up or Down button to tune in steps of .2, i .e ., 99 .3 to 99 .5, and pressing the Left or Right button to tune in steps of 1, i .e ., 99 .3 to 100 .3 . When the desired FM channel is displayed on screen, press the Select button to select the FM channel .

  • Page 95: Jump Settings

    Jump Settings The jump button can be configured to either jump to the traffic and weather channel of one of the 20 most congested cities, or to a specific channel that is accessed frequently and temporarily, such as news or sports . Pressing jump lets you quickly tune to a channel that is accessed frequently and temporarily, and then tune back to the original channel to which you were listening by pressing the button again .
  • Page 96 Configuring Your Starmate 5 To configure JumpSet: Press menu . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Settings and press the Select button . Jump Settings will be highlighted . Press the Select button . Scroll and highlight JumpSet and press the Select button . Press and hold menu to exit and return to the main display screen .

  • Page 97: Display Options

    Display Options You can adjust the brightness and contrast of the Starmate 5’s display to improve its visibility in different lighting conditions . To change the display’s brightness or contrast: Press menu . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Settings and press the Select button .

  • Page 98: Memory Options

    Configuring Your Starmate 5 Memory Options You can turn the automatic S-Seek™ feature On or Off, and to clear (erase) all the stored S-Seek™ alerts from memory . To configure Auto Memory Search: Press menu . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Settings and press the Select button .
  • Page 99 To erase all S-Seek™ memory entries . Press menu . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Settings and press the Select button . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Memory Options and press the Select button . Scroll and highlight Clear All Memory and press the Select button .

  • Page 100: Audio Level

    Configuring Your Starmate 5 Audio Level The audio level of the Starmate 5 made between the dock and the vehicle’s stereo adjust the Starmate 5’s volume level to match the volume of other audio sources you may use, such as a CD player, other FM stations, or an MP3 player . Do not use the audio level as a volume control .

  • Page 101: Confirmation Tone

    Confirmation Tone The Starmate 5 will sound an audio alert tone when you power it On or Off, as well as when a S-Seek™ alert or other alerts are activated . To set confirmation tone: Press menu . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Settings and press the Select button .

  • Page 102: Time Based Features

    Configuring Your Starmate 5 Time Based Features Clock - Sets the clock format, time zone, and daylight savings time function . To set the Clock Format: Press menu . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Time Based Features and press the Select button .
  • Page 103 Press the Down button to highlight Time Zone and press the Select button . Press the Up or Down button to select your time zone from the list of the available time zones and press the Select button . Press and hold menu to exit . To set Daylight Savings Time: Press menu .
  • Page 104 Configuring Your Starmate 5 Alarm - lets you to set your Starmate 5 to turn On at a specific time . The last selected channel prior to shutdown will play when the Starmate 5 powers On . To set the Alarm: Press menu .
  • Page 105 Highlight Alarm Time and press the Select button . Use the Left or Right button to set the hours and use the Up or Down button to set the minutes when you want the Starmate 5 to power on and press the Select button . Press and hold menu to exit .
  • Page 106 Configuring Your Starmate 5 channel, use the Left or Right button to change the hours, and the Up or Down button to set the minutes . When you have selected the desired time, press the Select button to set the time and exit . Highlight Day and press the Select button .
  • Page 107 Auto Shutdown - Lets you program the Starmate 5 to automatically shut off after a one-hour period of inactivity (no button presses or other user interven- tion) . To set the Auto Shutdown: Press menu . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Time Based Features and press the Select button .
  • Page 108 Configuring Your Starmate 5 another 1-hour period . Sleep Mode - Sets the radio to turn off after a designated period of time . To set Sleep Mode: Press menu . Press the Down button to scroll and highlight Time Based Features and press the Select button .

  • Page 109: Signal Indicator

    Signal Indicator For best reception, your Magnetic Mount Antenna should have an unobstructed view of the SIRIUS satellites . In large cities, terrestrial transmitters (ground repeaters) help increase the signal coverage . Your Starmate 5 can display the received strength of the satellite and terrestrial signals being received .

  • Page 110: Factory Default

    Configuring Your Starmate 5 Factory Default You can clear all of your personal settings, such as favorite channels, and return the radio to its original out-of-the-box settings . To restore the Starmate 5 to the factory defaults: NOTE! Restoring defaults permanently removes all personal settings .

  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Starmate 5 has been designed and built to be trouble-free but if you experience a problem, try this: • Check that all connections are firm and secure . • Make sure the vehicle power socket is clean and free of corrosion . • Make sure you have connected the Starmate 5 as described in this User Guide .
  • Page 113 If you see this on the screen: Invalid Channel Firmware Updating If this happens: You do not receive all the SIRIUS channels to which you have subscribed No audio when using the Aux In Cable or Cassette Adapter No audio when using PowerConnect or FMDA Audio sounds too soft Try this:...
  • Page 114 Troubleshooting If this happens: Audio fades or has static when listening No song title or artist name is displayed Starmate 5 turns off unexpectedly Try this: • Check all cables for a firm and secure connection . • If you are using PowerConnect to listen via your vehicle’s FM radio, and the problem persists, it most likely is interference from another commercial or broadcast FM station .

  • Page 116: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications System Power Requirements: Operating Temperature: Audio Output: Starmate 5 Radio Dimensions: Weight: Remote Control Dimensions: Weight: Battery: PowerConnect Vehicle Dock Dimensions: Weight: Audio Connector: Antenna Connector: PowerConnect Power Adapter Dimensions: Weight: Input / Output: Cable Length: 9-16 V DC, 500 mA (max) -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C) 1 .0 V rms (max) 4 .9 in (width) x 1 .9 in (height) x 0 .6 in (depth)
  • Page 117 Vehicle Antenna Type: Connector: Cable Length: Aux In Cable Connectors: Cable Length: SIRIUS Magnetic Mount SMB female, right angle 21 ft (6 .4 m) 1/8 in (3 .5 mm) stereo male to 1/8 in (3 .5 mm) stereo male 4 ft (1 .2 m)

  • Page 118: Patent Information

    Patent and Environmental Information Patent Information It is prohibited to, and you agree that you will not, copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or otherwise access and/or make available any technology incorporated in this product . The music, talk, news, entertainment, data, and other content on the Services are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws and all ownership rights remain with the respective content and data service providers .
  • Page 119 . • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help . WARNING! The FCC and FAA have not certified this Satellite Radio Receiver for use in any aircraft (neither portable nor permanent installation) . Therefore, SIRIUS|XM Radio...
  • Page 120 Copyrights and Trademarks ©2010 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . and its subsidiaries . All other marks and logos are the property of their respective owners . All rights reserved . Visit sirius .com/siriuslineup for updates . All programming/channel lineup/SIRIUS service subject to change or preemption .

  • Page 121: Owners Record

    Owners Record Owner’s Record The model number is located below and the SIRIUS ID is located on the label on the back of the Starmate Record the SIRIUS ID in the space provided below . Refer to these numbers whenever you call your dealer regarding this product . Model Number: ST5 SIRIUS ID:___________________________...
  • Page 124 sirius .com SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . 1221 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10020 1 .888 .539 .7474 © 2010 SIRIUS XM Radio Inc . SDST5UG 031110a...

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